Kung Fu Panda 4: New Film to Highlight the Mighty Furious Five
The director of Kung Fu Panda 4 has officially announced the return of the beloved Furious Five in the upcoming film, despite their absence in the initial trailer Get ready for an exciting reunion with Po and his skilled companions in the highly anticipated sequel!
Director Mike Mitchell has confirmed that the Furious Five will appear in the upcoming Kung Fu Panda 4, despite not being shown in the first trailer. Fans have eagerly anticipated the release of the trailer, which features new and old villains, the return of Jack Black as Po, and plenty of action-packed adventure.
The trailer for the new sequel revealed a lot, but one thing it left out has fans buzzing on the internet: Po's band of friends and fellow Kung Fu masters, the Furious Five. The group has become fan favorites, in large part due to their high-profile voice cast that includes Angelina Jolie as Tigress, Lucy Liu as Viper, Jackie Chan as Monkey, David Cross as Crane, and Seth Rogen as Mantis.
The Furious Five, from Dreamworks' Kung Fu Panda, play a crucial supporting role in the franchise. Initially, they are skeptical of Po's abilities as the Dragon Warrior, but as the story progresses, they become a unified force, working together to defeat the villains in the Kung Fu Panda series.
In a recent interview with Collider, director Mike Mitchell and producer Rebecca Huntley addressed fan concerns about the return of the five characters in Kung Fu Panda 4. "They make an appearance, I'll tell you that much," Mitchell stated. "But to be fair, Po is leaving the Valley of Peace and he's going on a huge adventure in this giant city."
Mitchell then mentioned that Po will meet "numerous" new faces and characters. "He must collaborate with an entire group of thieves to battle the villain. And, of course, all the old characters are returning – Mr. Ping, Li (portrayed by Bryan Cranston), Shifu (played by Dustin Hoffman), and James Hong as Ping. Many characters will be featured."
"All the beloved characters return, including some surprise villains that I won't spoil. However, our main focus was to introduce an array of new characters, which we successfully did."
Kung Fu Panda 4 is scheduled to be released in theaters on March 8, 2024.
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Editor's P/S
As an enthusiastic fan of the Kung Fu Panda franchise, I am thrilled to hear the news that the Furious Five will be making an appearance in the upcoming Kung Fu Panda 4. The Furious Five are a beloved group of characters who have played a crucial role in the franchise, and their absence in the initial trailer had me worried. However, I am now reassured that they will be part of the film, and I can't wait to see them reunite with Po and embark on a new adventure.
The Furious Five are a diverse and talented group of individuals, each with their own unique skills and personalities. Tigress is the fierce and determined leader, Viper is the agile and deadly snake, Monkey is the mischievous and acrobatic fighter, Crane is the wise and graceful master of kung fu, and Mantis is the small but powerful insect warrior. Together, they form a formidable team that is capable of overcoming any challenge. I am excited to see how they will interact with the new characters introduced in Kung Fu Panda 4, and how they will contribute to the overall story.
